Associate Director - Finance

About the position

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Planning & Strategy Lead annual and quarterly budgeting, re-forecasting, and scenario planning. Align financial strategy with programmatic and fundraising priorities. Develop cashflow management frameworks to ensure adequate runway and liquidity. Financial Operations & Compliance Oversee accounting, audits, and all statutory compliance (Companies Act, FCRA, Income Tax, CSR law). Strengthen internal controls, policies, and processes for accuracy and efficiency. Ensure timely donor and statutory reporting with high-quality documentation. Management Reporting & Insights Produce monthly MIS with variance analysis, trend insights, and efficiency metrics. Partner with program and functional heads to drive cost efficiency and informed decision-making. Anticipate financial risks (e.g., regulatory, liquidity, donor delays) and propose mitigation plans. Leadership & Collaboration Manage and mentor the existing finance team, building technical depth and leadership capacity. Work cross-functionally with Fundraising, MERL, Tech, and HR to enable financially sound decision-making. Drive adoption of tech-enabled solutions for finance operations and MIS. SKILLS & EDUCATION Qualifications: CA / ICWA / MBA (Finance) with 8+ years of relevant experience. Sector Experience: Strong understanding of NGO finance, especially FCRA, CSR funding, and donor compliance. Technical Expertise: Financial modelling, cashflow management, MIS, and audit readiness. Leadership: Demonstrated ability to manage teams and build capacity. Analytical Ability: Skilled in variance analysis, cost efficiency, and risk management. Technology Orientation: Comfortable with accounting software, MIS dashboards, and automation tools. Soft Skills: Strong communication, ability to influence non-finance colleagues, and a collaborative mindset. Values Fit: Commitment to transparency, accountability, and Indus Actions mission of enabling access to social protection.

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